TVS "Trojan Voice" Magazine

Visiting Speaker Jennifer Wallace’s visit reminded the Trinity Valley community that true flourishing begins with belonging, not achievement, and that students thrive when they feel seen, valued, and known for who they are. Rooted in the School’s founding values, the message affirms that when achievement grows from connection and purpose, students develop the confidence and character to lead with heart and contribute meaningfully.

As the new Head of School at Trinity Valley, I’m eager to understand what a day truly feels like for our students — the pace, the energy, the learning, and the laughter that fill our campus. So on Friday, October 24, 2025, I trade my office for a backpack and my usual business casual for dress code and spend the day shadowing 11th grader Shea McCarthy on a Day 5 in the Upper School.

Now, 66 years later, Trinity Valley School now proudly serves more than 1000 students and has more than 200 faculty and staff members.

Middle School is a pivotal time in adolescent development, a season when students strengthen the essential muscles of courage, self-belief, exploration, and belonging. Guided by the themes of confidence, curiosity, and connectedness, we turned to the true experts, our Middle School students, to capture a snapshot of what these values mean to them.

The digital landscape has transformed rapidly and continues to evolve, shaping a world our children are growing up in every day. As educators and parents, we have a responsibility to prepare students for this reality, even though it is one we never experienced at their age.

During the 2024 season, Trojan football launched a new tradition—“Decals with Dads”—turning the addition of helmet stickers into a meaningful preseason event that deepened the experience of high school football and strengthened community connection.

The trip to Houston was highlighted by the third straight SPC 3A championship by Trojan field hockey, who defeated Casady 3-1 in the championship game. 

At Trinity Valley School, we are especially proud of our commitment to raising people of great character, not through passive instruction, but through intentional action woven into the fabric of daily learning.

When our student leaders guide younger students on the trail, calm nerves on the rock wall, or lead B.A.S.E. Camp, they are a part of something much larger than themselves: a culture built on empathy, courage, and perseverance.

TVS students share their global experiences from our Global Education in-person exchanges. 

Powered by purpose and Trojan spirit, the Trojan Booster Club elevates the Trinity Valley athletic experience by investing in student-athletes, enhancing facilities and game-day energy, and creating joyful, community-building traditions that bring the entire TVS family together.

Through immersive campus visits and firsthand “vibe checks,” the TVS College Counseling team goes beyond checklists and rankings to guide students toward colleges that truly fit their values, curiosity, and sense of purpose—ensuring they leave TVS confident, self-aware, and ready to thrive.

A Trinity Valley School alumnus reflects on how her education and values prepared her to lead during one of Camp Mystic’s most challenging summers — when the river rose and resilience became her compass.

Blending Greek mythology with Jazz Age flair, TVS’s production of Hadestown: Teen Edition showcased extraordinary student artistry, powerful performances, and professional-caliber design—transforming a classic myth into a bold, immersive theatrical experience that transcended high school theater.

TVS auxiliary programs extend learning beyond the classroom by offering enriching, community-powered experiences that spark curiosity, support families, and strengthen the School through collaboration, creativity, and meaningful engagement year-round.

Big changes came to Trinity Valley School this summer as the campus transformed in exciting ways that reflected the spirit of Boundless Possibility.

The TVS Upper School experience moves beyond grades to cultivate compassionate, thoughtful leaders by designing courses that value curiosity, empathy, voice, and real-world understanding across disciplines.

Trinity Valley School welcomes two accomplished advancement leaders to its community — Amy Adkins as Chief Advancement Officer and Christie Crummel as Director of Annual Giving — each bringing decades of experience in philanthropy, education, and community engagement to strengthen the school’s mission and future.

Fueled by the dedication of educators and families alike, the TVS Parents’ Club strengthens Trinity Valley’s vibrant community by fostering connection, school spirit, and meaningful partnerships that help every student flourish in alignment with the School’s enduring mission.

The life and legacy of Joy Thomas ’83 embody the very best of TVS—scholarship, leadership, compassion, and service—living on through a memorial scholarship that empowers future young women to lead with purpose, give back to their community, and carry her enduring spirit forward.